Our Legacy of Giving
The Media Food Bank @ First Church was founded by 1995 by Marion Ergang, who began collecting food donations and offering them to anyone in need on a weekly basis. Over the years, the Food Bank continued to serve the community, providing food and essential items to those facing food insecurity.
In 2020, to COVID-19 pandemic led to a significant increase in the need for food assistance, sparking an outpouring of donations and deepening the Food Bank's commitment to its mission.
Our Mission
At Media Food Bank @ First Church, we are dedicated to nurturing the mind, body, and spirit of those we serve, addressing food insecurity with a holistic approach rooted in Compassion, Community, Dignity, and Sustainability. Embracing our diverse human family, we aim to empower individuals through nourishment and education, fostering a future where everyone thrives in harmony.
Our Vision
Envisioning a world where every individual thrives, Media Food Bank @ First Church leads with compassion, community, dignity, and sustainability to transform the fight against food insecurity into a journey of holistic empowerment and unity.
Values
Compassion, Community, Dignity, and Sustainability
Our Leadership Team
Leadership
Director: Rev. Laurie Ann Rookard
Board of Directors
President: Harry Shreckengast
Vice President: Idna Corbett
Secretary: Ellen Peskin
Operations: Dave Hornbach
Finance: Pete Holston
Volunteer & Outreach: Marilyn Bess
Administation: Aimee Arsenault